35m 57s logged
completed designing the bottom case of the alarm clock today, it feels sleek and modern and honestly i really like the simplicity of the clock. I have noticed that things have gotten comparatively easier after the two projects i made on the stardance challenge (macropad and alarm clock), i really want to try more things out now, thank you HackClub, srsly, you guys are amazing
1h 42m 41s logged
Completed working on the pcb, added the 3d model for the keycap today. After that started working on the design for the bottom case for the alarm clock, it is too intricate tbvh, especially the display mount, however the first draft/iteration for the bottom case is complete, gotta get more work done in coming days
27m 3s logged
Completed designing the pcb today, routed all the connections today after 2 iterations on the pcb layout, also added the 3d models for all components on the pcb, tomorrow after some final checks we will complete pcb design and start with the CAD part of the project
26m 11s logged
worked on routing the pcb today in multiple different layouts but faced a lot of problems with that, facing obstructions with the wires even after using multiple layers. due to lack of time couldnt complete that, however the entire pcb design should be done by tomorrow
51m 22s logged
Started working on this new amazing hardware project.
Designed the schematics for the project, the components include the XIAO controller, 6 keys, a buzzer and 2.25 inch tft screen. I also assigned the footprints to each components today. Tomorrow we start customising it, gonna think of what design i wanna go for overnight. We will also complete the pcb design tomorrow with routing and layouts…
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1h 10m 13s logged
finally completed the project, added firmware, uploaded it all on github. Has been a brilliant last week learning about pcb designing, CAD, going through multiple iterations, thinking about the designs for the macropad and here we are, done with it. i am sure i did a lot of mistakes on the way, but i am happy with what i have learn throughout this project.
A lot learnt!
1h 55m 10s logged
Oh its so pleasant to see the macropad final in shape.
After numerous iterations, numerous changes I am finally done and happy with how my macropad looks.
Yes initially I thought to make it a basic macropad, and then I thought i should make it look like a rocket ship, and now I have finally ended with it looking like the B2 Bomber. Completed the bottom and top case for the macropad, I hope my dimensions and calculations are current and everything fits, only the firmware part remains and I estimate the project could be done by tomorrow. Amazing feeling, designing it myself…
11 hours in the project and i have reached this….
A LOT TO LEARN!!
1h 43m 38s logged
Started a good CAD task today, completed 80% of the bottom case, added a nose cone that took 4 iterations but i am still not sure about how it looks, tried to add some curvature to the wings as well. First time taking up an ambitious CAD project that I had to design myself with not much help. Will probably add thrusters and work on the top case tomorrow!
A lot to learn!
19m 7s logged
Least time worked today, only around 20 minutes. Got to keep the streak going but there was lack of time to work, just initialized a github repo today and uploaded all files. By tomorrow, we should start working much more, atleast 1-2 hours a day. more on CAD tomorrow.
A lot to learn!
41m 4s logged
As the preliminary PCB design is done, today was the day to import our 3d model to OnShape and start CADing, didnt have much time today so got only some basic CAD done trying to create the case for the SpacePad. Still unsure about the design I want to go for and might keep tweaking a bit tmrw. A lot to learn!
1h 46m 43s logged
Today I tried out a different layout for my SpacePad, mainly changing the position of the Xiao board to place it at the bottom instead of the top to give a good enough space for the usb cable and making it look like a part of my Rocket Ship design. After that I rerouted all the connections of the SpacePad and then added 3d models of all the components and keycap to give the SpacePad it’s look!
A lot to learn!
1h 32m 50s logged
After completing the schematics of my project yesterday, I worked on decifing the final layout and connections of the pcb. At the start I was looking at some resources to understanding how to route and design a layout for a pcb, and then tried to build the same on my own. I am looking at a probable rocket/spaceship design on my hackpad, and tomorrow is the day I will be starting CAD or graphic design of my pcb. A lot to learn!
1h 13m 43s logged
As the instructions from the guide were completed, i started working on the v2 of my macropad design. Completed the schematics of the design, i am going with a 3x2 keys matrix and 2 rotary encoders. I am using the matrix connections instead of directly connecting each one to a pin. I also spent a lot of time figuring how to do the schematics for my custom design because its my first time designing a pcb, Joe Scotto’s tutorial is brilliant in doing so, i literally loved it. There’s definitely a lot more to learn and I will start routing tomorrow building the final pcb and then we start CADing.
1h 32m 14s logged
I am working on creating my own macropad usking Kicad and Onshape
I used the guide to work on creating my first ever hardware project, used Kicad for the schematics and pcb creation, installed the libraries added components routed and connected those, then on onshape worked on designing the case for our micropad with reference to hackpad guide
will be adding my own touch in the next devlog
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Added on new features for my F1OS, faced challenges mainly related to time management to get the work done due to schools starting. Other than that faced a lot of bugs in making the F1 wiki but the process was definitely fun.
When your testing or using this, just have F-un (pun intended - un means one in french)
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6h 6m 17s logged
Added the last set of features and fixed some other bugs:
NEW wiki app that contains information about all your favourite drivers and teams
new settings app to mimic controls like a F1 car (it’s more like a place holder)
the apps are now draggable on the home screen
changed a bit of app icons, updated the F1 calendar with winners and other changes that took place
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1h 8m 6s logged
Calculator app addition
Added a new f1-themed calculator application for our web based operating system, includes an easter egg where entering the driver’s number shows its name later…
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32m 11s logged
more bugs and fixes for the webOS, trying to add more features now
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I have made a WebOS themed on Formula 1. The idea was to connect to engineering marvels together, the computer and the F1 car, and so giving the WebOS a f1 touch was extremely fun. I had fun working on this and yeah added different features related to f1, more coming soon in the next ship
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36m 6s logged
F1-WebOS
We are back people!
With more refinements and bug fixes this time, we have a proper driver lineup, all the 11 constructor teams to choose from, easter eggs and much more!
I dont know how to describe it!
just try it out people, and share more ideas of what more features we can add
“Simply lovely”
